Arts & Culture

New Documentary Explores The International Violin Competition Of Indianapolis

By Jill Ditmire

Published November 11, 2019 at 12:00 AM EST

“Thank You For the Challenge,” that airs on WFYI TV 1 this Thursday at 9 p.m.

The International Violin Competition of Indianapolis is one of the most celebrated violin competitions in the world. It takes place every four years and in marked its 10th Quadrennial last year. From our arts and culture desk, WFYI’s Jill Ditmire talks with Emmy award winning producer Gary Harrison, who created the documentary, “ Thank You For the Challenge,” that airs on WFYI TV 1 this Thursday at 9 p.m.

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Jill Ditmire

Jill Ditmire was no stranger to the broadcast world. Her face and voice were a daily part of the lives of viewers and listeners in the Midwest for 25 years. She was the local news anchor during "All Things Considered" and a contributor to "Morning Edition," "Sound Medicine," "Art of the Matter “Curious Mix” and "Wednesday Live at 5:44." Jill's broadcast experience included anchoring and reporting news at television stations in Indianapolis, Detroit and Lafayette, including WTTV, WRTV, WLFI, WJBK, WTHR, WISH and the Ford Motor Company News Network. She produced her own television series on Indiana Public Television for eight years called “The Good Life” which showcased independent chefs, restaurants and local wineries.

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